Blossoms in Bloom: Experiencing the Splendor of Cherry Blossoms in 2024
- CDL Homebuyerportal
- Apr 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 30, 2024
Cherry blossom viewing, also known as Hanami, typically occurs during the springtime when cherry trees bloom in various regions around the world. In Japan, the cherry blossom season usually peaks in late March to early April, depending on the location and weather conditions. Visitors flock to popular spots like Tokyo's Ueno Park, Kyoto's Maruyama Park, and the Philosopher's Path in Kyoto to witness the stunning display of pink and white blossoms, symbolising the fleeting beauty of life.
Hanami celebrations often include picnics, traditional food and drink, and cultural performances under the blooming trees, offering a serene and memorable experience for locals and tourists alike. It's a time to embrace nature's beauty, appreciate the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms, and celebrate the arrival of spring.
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Cherry blossom season in Japan: where and when to go in 2024
An article by Amanda Canning and Qin Xie
Japan’s first cherry blossoms of 2024 have already arrived, with some peak blooms happening this week. The springtime arrival of sakura (cherry blossom) is such a big deal in the country that the Japan Meteorological Corporation issues weekly forecasts ahead of the season, with daily reports on them on the national news and festivals held in their honour. As soon as the blossoms arrive, family and friends gather beneath the trees for picnics and saké, turning parks and gardens into sites of mass outdoor celebrations — one of the reasons why it creates such national excitement. But depending on where you are in the country, hanami (flower viewing) season can vary significantly. If you want to join in the fun, here are the best placesin Japan for cherry blossoms and when they’re predicted to arrive in 2024.
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